GRADE 2B+, MEDIUM PACE
Please note that this hike takes place on a public holiday Monday.
Part 1/12: We'll kick off our challenge on Freedom Day which seems appropriate. Our hike will follow the gentle path along the Lion's rump to the northern slopes of Lion's Head. After a brief visit to the Kramat and the restored cannons, we'll ascend Lion's Head from the north. Our descent route will be the usual one. Our route for the day will end at the lower cable station. The hike is about 8kms with 420m elevation gain. Those not joining the challenge can end the hike at the bottom of Lion's Head. Car shuttling or Uber will be necessary.
About the 13 peaks: trail runner Ryan Sandes developed a circular route that covers 13 iconic peaks in Cape Town. We will complete the challenge over 7 months. All hikes are open to everyone, whether or not you are doing the challenge. Since not everyone will be available for every peak, Helen will set up a dedicated WhatsApp group for those doing the challenge to coordinate catch up hikes.
Please earmark the Sunday as an alternative hiking day in case of predicted poor weather on the Monday.
Bookings open 2 months before the hike. Bookings close the Saturday before the hike at 18h00. No smoking on the hike.